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JOB DESCRIPTION FORMCC019002 - Scientist (Chemist)Forensic Science Laboratory-18415206375POSITION DETAILSClassification Level:Specified Calling Level 1Award /Agreement:PSCSAA 2019Position Status:Fixed TermOrganisation Unit:Forensic Chemistry (Illicit Drugs)Physical Location:Bentley-38100211455REPORTING RELATIONSHIPSResponsible to:CC013016 Team Leader - Illicit Drugs –Specified Calling Level 3 (FSL)THIS POSITION:Scientist (Chemist) – Specified Calling Level 1 (Illicit Drugs)Direct Reports:NilOVERVIEW OF CHEMCENTRE AND THE POSITION0-635ChemCentre provides high quality, independent chemical information, applied research, expert opinions, advice, emergency incident support, and complex analytical services to government agencies, industry and research groups, based on core skills in chemistry, recognised at national and international levels. The Forensic Science Laboratory provides consultative service in forensic science to the West Australian Police, the State Coroner and other government departments and agencies involved in justice administration. The Forensic Chemistry section provides crime scene, analytical, consultant and expert evidence services to law enforcement agencies and the public in the areas of illicit drugs, clandestine laboratories, drug profiling, chemical criminalistics and CBR. ChemCentre has NATA Forensic accreditation.You will be required to be a reporting scientist for case work undertaken within this section, attendance at crime scenes may also be required.The key responsibilities of the position is to demonstrate the ability to transfer a sound understanding of organic analytical chemistry to the forensic examinations required for illicit drug exhibits and/or trace evidence.-28575173355JOB DESCRIPTIONAs part of the Forensic Chemistry team the successful applicant will be expected to:ROLE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESSCIENCEUndertakes and prepares reports on routine analytical and / or scientific investigations under supervision.Contributes to projects, method development and resulting publications in a team framework.Contributes to scientific advice.Participates in training programs.May be required to give court evidence.May be required to participate in Clandestine Laboratory investigations and / or Emergency Response training and activities determined by organisational needs. BUSINESSResponds to routine queries to clients.Identifies areas of new business for referral to line manager.CORPORATE AND OHS RESPONSIBILITIESMaintains a client focus by ensuring that customer needs are resolved in a professional and timely manner.Works within Equal Opportunity and Diversity, and Occupational Safety and Health principles and practices, and demonstrates expected behaviours as outlined in the department’s performance management program and aligned with ChemCentre Corporate Values.Uses their competencies to do whatever is necessary, ethical, legal and safe to meet client needs and prosper the future of ChemCentre.Ensures personal responsibility for taking reasonable care of their own safety and health; ensuring their conduct does not adversely affect others; complying with instruction, as far as they are reasonably able; familiarising themselves with the Safety Management Manual/System and all policies, procedures and safety considerations relevant for their position and job role; and cooperating with reasonable notified policies or procedures.Actively contributes and participates in health and safety in the workplace by addressing any identified hazards or discussing the issue and potential solutions with their supervisor and, if necessary, drawing the attention of Safety and Health Representatives to any unresolved issues. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORSOperates effectively under direct supervision with performance meeting set standards. Operational and safety risks are reported and managed in accordance with ChemCentre policies and practices.Clients satisfied with the reports, advice and solutions provided – quality, value and timeliness.Effective communication is maintained with the manager and with other business areas.ROLE SPECIFIC CRITERIAESSENTIALWe are seeking a highly motivated professional who can demonstrate the ability to transfer a sound understanding of organic analytical chemistry to the forensic examinations required for illicit drug exhibits and/or trace evidence.A relevant degree or higher in Chemistry or relevant science is mandatory. Include a copy of your Academic Record and evidence of your degree in your application.Written statement demonstrating your ability to meet the following criteria: Ability to demonstrate scientific knowledge relevant to organic analytical chemistry.Ability to produce high quality work in a commercial environmentAbility to contribute to technical projects and laboratory operations.Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team environment.Practical experience and / or an understanding of modern analytical organic chemistry instrumental and separation techniques relevant to illicit drugs or trace evidence investigations including, but not limited to, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry; liquid chromatography; liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry; UV and IR spectroscopy.0203835SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/EQUIPMENTNational Police ClearanceWA Police Integrity CheckHepatitis B ImmunityBuccal swab for DNA Elimination databaseFit for Work (Alcohol and Drug Testing)WITH YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE PROVIDE:Your Curriculum Vitae (CV)Statement Addressing the Job Specific CriteriaNames and contact details of 2 referees. (May be contacted prior to any offer being made)Evidence of your relevant tertiary qualificationCERTIFICATIONThe details contained in this document are an accurate statement of the duties, responsibilities and other requirements of the job.CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER36296606692900095313566865500Signature: Date: 27/02/2020221996013842900HRIS CERTIFICATION DATE:27/02/2020 ................
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